CLEAN: Vatican art comes to British seaside town

The speaker shares their unexpected journey into painting, inspired by a book on the Vatican. Initially a decorator, they began painting at 53, transforming their house into a work of art. Despite the challenges of preserving this art, they express pride in their work and hope to share it with the nation.

What inspired the narrator to start painting?

• A painting class

• A friend's suggestion

• A book about the Vatican

• A visit to the Vatican

At what age did the narrator first pick up a paintbrush?

• 23

• 53

• 43

• 33

How did the narrator feel about their house transforming into a Vatican-like space?

• Indifferent

• Proud

• Regretful

• Confused

What realization did the narrator have about their artwork if they ever left the house?

• They would leave it as is

• They couldn't take much with them

• They would have to sell it

• They would donate it

What does the narrator hope to achieve with their artwork in the future?

• Have it bought by national newspapers

• Leave it for their family

• Get it featured in a gallery

• Sell it to a private collector